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Paris Saint-Germain star Ousmane Dembélé marked his recent Ballon d’Or win with a touching gesture, reaching out to the family of Abdelhak Nouri, the former Ajax midfielder who suffered a cardiac arrest in 2017.
Following his crowning as the world’s best football player, Dembélé initiated a video call with Abderrahim Nouri, brother of Abdelhak. A screenshot of the conversation, shared on the official Instagram account of Abdelhak Nouri, shows Dembélé proudly displaying his Ballon d’Or trophy.
The Nouri family expressed their gratitude in a heartfelt message accompanying the image: “Ousmane Dembélé, our brother. Congratulations and well deserved! We appreciate you and the things you have done for us! May Allah protect you and your loved ones.”
Dembélé’s connection with the Nouri family dates back to the tragic incident in the summer of 2017. He has consistently shown support for Abdelhak and his family, previously honoring Abdelhak’s name by featuring it on his football boots.Dembélé secured the prestigious Ballon d’Or award on Monday evening, surpassing Lamine Yamal in the voting for the honour.
Context and Background
The Ballon d’Or is an annual football award presented by France Football, recognizing the best male and female players in the world. Abdelhak Nouri’s career was tragically cut short in 2017 after collapsing during a pre-season pleasant match for Ajax. The incident lead to severe and permanent brain damage. His story has resonated deeply within the football community, prompting widespread support for him and his family.
Ousmane Dembélé’s gesture highlights the importance of empathy and solidarity within the sport, demonstrating a commitment to supporting those affected by hardship.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who is Abdelhak Nouri?
- Abdelhak Nouri is a former Dutch footballer who played as a midfielder for Ajax.His career ended tragically in 2017 after suffering a cardiac arrest during a pre-season match.
- What is the Ballon d’Or?
- The Ballon d’Or is an annual award presented to the best male and female football players in the world, as judged by a panel of football journalists.
- How has Ousmane Dembélé supported the Nouri family?
- Dembélé has maintained contact with the Nouri family as 2017 and has shown his support through various gestures, including dedicating his football boots to abdelhak Nouri.
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